BattlefieldsBattle of Osraige
Early Medieval

Battle of Osraige

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Kilkenny, Ireland
Era
Early Medieval
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
Kilkenny, Ireland
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Osraige
Forces
c. 1,500–3,000 Osraige
VS
Victor
Cathal mac Finguine (Munster)
Forces
c. 2,000–4,000 Munster
Outcome
Munster victory, Osraige subjugated
The Battle

History & Significance

Part of the ongoing contest between Munster kings and the midland kingdoms. Cathal mac Finguine of Munster was one of the most powerful kings of the era, frequently raiding Leinster and Connacht.

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